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India's quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry is showing early signs of demand recovery, but Macquarie highlights rising costs and intensifying competition from food-delivery aggregators as reasons for its cautiousness. According to Macquarie, post-fourth-quarter trends indicate a gradual improvement in dine-in demand across restaurant chains. Within the sector, Macquarie remains most constructive on franchise operators Devyani International, Sapphire Foods and Westlife Foodworld. However, the recovery remains uneven and is being overshadowed by inflationary pressures and the growing dominance of delivery platforms such as Zomato and Swiggy. The brokerage said same-store sales growth across the listed QSR universe is tracking broadly in line with or slightly ahead of fourth-quarter levels. However, restaurant brands continue to trail delivery aggregators in growth, highlighting a structural shift in consumer behaviour. To counter this trend, restaurant operators have increa...

Curacao, playing their first FIFA World Cup match and up against giants Germany, conjured a courageous act that will be spoken about in the days to come. By the sixth minute, Curacao were down 0-1, with Felix Nmecha slotting one home in style. What followed was a period of complete domination by the four-time winner. Curacao defended with their lives as Germany raided the Curacao box in hordes. The reply came in the 21st minute as a counter-attack caught Germany's defence napping, and one of the youngest players of the squad - Livano Comenencia, all of 22 - forever entered the sporting folklore of the Dutch Caribbean island. Comenencia is now the first goal-scorer in a FIFA World Cup for Curacao. Comenencia was born in the Netherlands and was a youth international for the Netherlands. He even played for Netherlands U18s. In October 2024, he first played for Curacao's senior team. He currently plays for Swiss Super League club Zurich in Switzerland. Earlier, he has played ...

ARCS Andheri and MSC Maratha Royals are all set to face each other in the summit clash of the T20 Mumbai League 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.  After a thrilling campaign featuring some of Mumbai cricket's most promising names, the two teams will battle it out for the coveted title. ARCS Andheri have enjoyed a strong run in the tournament, with players like Shivam Dube and Divyaansh Saxena playing crucial roles in their journey to the final. The side finished the league stage strongly and will look to deliver one final big performance. MSC Maratha Royals, meanwhile, will enter the contest with confidence, having already beaten ARCS Andheri earlier in the tournament. In their previous meeting, MSC Maratha Royals chased down 169 runs to secure a five-wicket victory, powered by Ayaz Khan's match-winning 87-run knock. MSC Maratha Royals, who are the defending champions, will look forward to secure consecutive titles after winning the 2025 final against Sobo Mumbai...

If you are looking for a comforting and flavourful dish to make at home, Afghani Chicken Kofta Curry is a great choice. This rich and creamy recipe combines soft chicken meatballs with a mildly spiced gravy that is both satisfying and easy to prepare. Unlike very spicy curries, this dish has a balanced taste with aromatic herbs, yoghurt and a smooth texture that suits all age groups. The tender chicken koftas soak up the delicious flavours of the curry, making every bite enjoyable. Whether you are cooking for your family or planning a special dinner, this recipe brings a restaurant-style experience to your table without needing complicated ingredients. With a few simple steps, you can create a hearty meal that pairs perfectly with naan, roti or steamed rice. Why This Is Perfect for Any Occasion Afghani Chicken Kofta Curry is a dish that suits almost every celebration and family gathering. Its creamy and mildly spiced flavour makes it ideal for both children and adults, even those w...

A viral social media post by the Mumbai Police addressing consent via the ongoing Pranit More biryani controversy has drawn sharp political backlash. Shiv Sena (UBT) lawmaker Priyanka Chaturvedi slammed the law enforcement department's official social media handle, calling its attempt to address the matter "disgraceful." The Mumbai Police joined the conversation on X, using the trend to emphasise that consent cannot be bought. The police warned, “Rs 370 gets you one plate of biryani. Our lock-up serves free meals with a longer stay.” The post ended with the hashtag “#BiryaniIsNotConsent”. ????It's your choice ????निवड तुमची आहे! #BiryaniIsNotConsent pic.twitter.com/VtxXw7ehQt — मुंबई पोलीस Mumbai Police (@MumbaiPolice) June 10, 2026 Responding to an official campaign touting the city's commitment to "Safeguarding Women", Chaturvedi criticised the force, replying, "Do better, Mumbai Police, this is so disgraceful." Do better @Mumb...

Back in 2012, I interviewed the late Parag Parikh when he was about to launch PPFAS Mutual Fund. Besides his contrarian investing style, the one thing that stood out about him was his refreshingly candid take on things. This was when mutual funds   were witnessing outflows for years and assets under management stood at a little over Rs 5 lakh crore - largely debt-oriented. When I asked him how he planned to garner investments at a time when mutual funds weren't in favour, he said: "By being on the side of the investor". He then pointed to a note he had gotten stamped on the physical prospectus of the AMC's inaugural equity fund that said: "Please do not invest in this fund if you can't remain invested for at least five years". I can't draw a straight line from the note to PPFAS' outperformance over the past decade, and the swelling of its assets. But surely, sobering investors' expectations when the temptation is to oversell helps attract...